Stand Tall on the Four Pillars - Super Mario 64 Complete Star Guide

In this episode of my Super Mario 64 Star Guide, we’re collecting “Stand Tall on the Four Pillars” in Shifting Sand Land. This is a fun star that mixes outdoor platforming with a classic boss fight inside the pyramid. We’ll start by handling a few things outside the pyramid, including climbing all four stone pillars. I explain why simply grabbing the coins on top isn’t enough and how the actual trigger for this star works. You’ll need to make sure Mario fully steps onto the top of each pillar, since it’s possible to jump right over the invisible trigger if you’re not careful. One of the pillars is especially dangerous due to the quicksand below, so positioning and movement really matter here. After all four pillars are activated, the top of the pyramid blows open, revealing a new entrance. Inside, we’ll ride the elevator down and take on the boss guarding the star. I walk through how the fight works, why it’s fairly straightforward, and how to safely deal damage by focusing on whichever hand is vulnerable. At the end of the video, I also include a bonus method using a Koopa Shell. By grabbing the shell from a hidden block, you can ride straight up the pillars instead of climbing them on foot. It’s faster and stylish, though it does require careful angles to avoid getting knocked off. If this guide helped you out, please consider liking the video and subscribing to the channel. Be sure to check out the full Super Mario 64 Star Guide playlist here:    • Super Mario 64 Complete Star Guide   Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video.